Baltimore Rideshare Accident Lawyers
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft want to have it both ways. They want to profit off the backs of their drivers—but when something goes wrong, they don’t want to take responsibility. If you were injured in a rideshare accident in Baltimore, you’re going to hit a wall of insurance companies pointing fingers and ducking blame.
We don’t let them hide. At Maryland Injury Lawyers, we force them out from behind their legal smoke screens. We find out who’s liable, and we make them pay. Whether you were hit by a rideshare driver, injured as a passenger, or struck while walking or biking, our Baltimore rideshare accident lawyers have the experience and firepower to take on complex rideshare cases and win.
Rideshare Insurance in Maryland Is Complicated—and That’s Exactly How They Want It
Uber and Lyft drivers are independent contractors—not employees. That means when a crash happens, the rideshare company will immediately try to dodge liability. But Maryland law has caught up, and these companies are now required to carry substantial insurance policies during certain phases of a ride:
- Offline (driver not using the app): The driver’s personal auto insurance is in effect. That’s a minimum of $30,000 per person/$60,000 per accident in bodily injury coverage, and $15,000 for property damage, per Maryland law.
- App on, no ride accepted: Uber/Lyft must provide $50,000 per person/$100,000 per accident in bodily injury coverage, and $25,000 in property damage.
- En route to a passenger or during a ride: A $1 million commercial liability policy applies.
If you’re hurt in a rideshare crash, the amount of coverage depends on what the driver was doing at the exact moment of the accident. We dig deep into trip logs, GPS data, and digital records to find out what insurance applies and how to access it.
Were You a Rideshare Passenger? You’re Covered.
If you were a passenger in an Uber or Lyft at the time of the crash, you’re covered by that $1 million policy—no matter which driver caused the accident.
But that doesn’t mean Uber or Lyft will roll over. They’ll delay. They’ll dodge your calls. They might even claim your injuries aren’t serious or that someone else is responsible. We won’t let them.
We take over the fight and deal with their legal teams head-on. You focus on getting better. We focus on getting justice.
Hit By a Rideshare Driver in Baltimore? We’ll Prove They Were Working
If you were in another car—or walking or biking—and were hit by an Uber or Lyft driver, your ability to recover compensation depends on what mode the driver was in at the time:
- Not working (app off)? You’re stuck with the driver’s personal auto policy.
- App on but no passenger yet? Limited rideshare liability coverage kicks in.
- Driver en route or transporting a passenger? That $1 million rideshare policy is available.
Rideshare drivers won’t always tell the truth about whether they were on the clock. That’s why we act fast to subpoena digital trip records, app activity, and GPS data. If they were working, we’ll prove it—and we’ll go after the policy they don’t want you to touch.
Rideshare Drivers Are Often Untrained, Distracted, and in a Hurry
Uber and Lyft don’t train their drivers. They don’t require much experience. They don’t demand defensive driving skills. These companies only care about one thing: volume. More rides. More fares. More profit.
That mindset leads to dangerous driving:
- Speeding to beat traffic and chase bonuses
- Checking GPS or app notifications instead of watching the road
- Fatigued driving from long driving shifts and working multiple gigs
- Sudden stops, illegal U-turns, or double-parking to pick up or drop off passengers
These are accidents waiting to happen. And when they do, it’s often innocent people who pay the price. We make sure it’s not you footing the bill.
You Need a Fighter, Not a Paper-Pusher After a Rideshare Accident in Baltimore
Insurance companies fear aggressive trial lawyers. That’s why Maryland Injury Lawyers hits hard from day one. We don’t just submit a claim—we build a lawsuit. We preserve evidence. We retain medical experts and crash analysts. We show the insurance companies we’re ready for court—because that’s how you get full value on your case.
We pursue compensation for the full range of applicable damages, including emergency medical bills and hospital stays, surgery, rehab, and physical therapy, lost wages and loss of future earnings, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, disability and disfigurement, and wrongful death damages for fatal accidents.
Don’t settle for less than you deserve. Let us force the rideshare companies and their insurers to pay every dime you’re owed.
What If the Rideshare Driver Fled the Scene?
If you were the victim of a hit-and-run involving a rideshare driver, things get even more complex—but not impossible. Maryland requires every auto policy to carry Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage, which applies to hit-and-run crashes.
If we can identify the driver, we’ll pursue them directly and go after any applicable insurance. If not, we’ll help you access UM coverage under your own policy or that of a household family member. Either way, you’re not out of options—we’re here to protect your rights.
Get the Personal Attention You Deserve—and the Firepower You Need
At Maryland Injury Lawyers, we don’t just assign your case to some intake team or junior associate. You’ll work directly with the lawyer fighting for your case. We have the resources to take on serious, complex accident claims—and the grit to get real results.
If you’ve been injured in a rideshare crash in Baltimore, don’t wait. Call now for a free consultation. No fees unless we win. Let us deal with Uber, Lyft, and the insurance giants. You focus on healing. We’ll handle the fight.
